Definitely get take-out. Great food, very good service. I've had better chicken schwarma at another place in Portland, but overall I enjoyed this meal. There was a lot of food, could have split it into 2 meals. They have a lot of options too. I recommend trying something new here. Very affordable too.
Vegan Restaurant
Dinas Cuisine
· $$$$ · Portland · Strict-vegan verified
Fully vegan
Editor synopsis · 0 reviews
Diners overwhelmingly call out the signature dish as the must-order. The vibe reads as vegan restaurant — service is consistently described as warm and unhurried. Common gotcha: queues form at peak times — go early or late.
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Definitely get take-out. Great food, very good service. I've had better chicken schwarma at another place in Portland, but overall I enjoyed this meal. There was a lot of food, could have split it into 2 meals. They have a lot of options too. I recommend trying something new here. Very affordable too.
We came down from Mid Coast to conduct business and checked reviews for Mediterranean food while we were in Portland. The Dina's experience is like going to someone's house for dinner and they cook for you. Authentic, homemade, perfect flavor and even butter brushed on the crust of the baklava. There are refrigerated cases with all the favorite salads and sides and then some. The flat bread is bagged and for sale in baskets and the baklava is kept heated so it's perfectly warm when you bite into it. The wraps are huge, at least a foot long. We had chicken shwarma and the gyro. The owner instructed his employee to make sure the fillings were end to end across so that the patron had a full 1st bite of meat and veg and not just wrap. What you need to know: It's a little hole in the wall, on a really busy road, very limited parking and just 2 tables inside. There are 2 picnic tables outside if you can park, but this is definitely a take and go. I gave atmosphere 5 stars because although small and simple, it feels like walking into an authentic Mediterranean home or establishment. I've been in every state, lived in 15 and Dina's by far is the best Mediterranean food that I've eaten in this country. Portland's best for certain!
We came down from Mid Coast to conduct business and checked reviews for Mediterranean food while we were in Portland. The Dina's experience is like going to someone's house for dinner and they cook for you. Authentic, homemade, perfect flavor and even butter brushed on the crust of the baklava. There are refrigerated cases with all the favorite salads and sides and then some. The flat bread is bagged and for sale in baskets and the baklava is kept heated so it's perfectly warm when you bite into it. The wraps are huge, at least a foot long. We had chicken shwarma and the gyro. The owner instructed his employee to make sure the fillings were end to end across so that the patron had a full 1st bite of meat and veg and not just wrap. What you need to know: It's a little hole in the wall, on a really busy road, very limited parking and just 2 tables inside. There are 2 picnic tables outside if you can park, but this is definitely a take and go. I gave atmosphere 5 stars because although small and simple, it feels like walking into an authentic Mediterranean home or establishment. I've been in every state, lived in 15 and Dina's by far is the best Mediterranean food that I've eaten in this country. Portland's best for certain!
Dinas serves exceptional quality, well seasoned flavors, generous portions, and affordable prices for healthy, fresh food. As a vegetarian with a shellfish allergy, this has place been one of the few places I feel confident eating at. I love that they don't hold back with flavors. If you are considering giving this place a try, absolutely do!